NEETChemistryp Block Elements (Group 13 & 14)
What type of reaction occurs when methyl chloride reacts with silicon in the presence of copper as a catalyst?
Options
- ACombustion
- BPolymerization
- CHydrolysis
- DOxidation
Correct answer
B. Polymerization
Step-by-step solution
When methyl chloride reacts with silicon in the presence of copper as a catalyst, various types of methyl silicones are formed.